Canoeing in Macon County, IL

Enjoy the peaceful serenity of the Sangamon River that travels through Rock Springs Conservation Area. Bring your own canoe and personal flotation devices. Canoes are not provided by the Macon County Conservation District.

Canoeists can load or unload canoes/kayaks to gain access to the river from two canoe access areas near Rock Springs. A Sangamon River canoe access area is located just north of the Wyckles Road Bridge on the west side of Wyckles Road. Parking is provided. The Decatur Park District manages a put-in site located just below the low-head dam on Lake Decatur.

Please remember to follow all state rules and regulations regarding the use of boats/canoes on the river. The access may be closed due to flooding. Check the home page of this website for closures.

The Macon County Conservation District invites you to visit the many natural areas in Macon County, Illinois, including Rock Springs Nature Center, which offers nature programs, special activities, nature hikes, summer camps, music programs, conference rooms for all ages throughout the year in Decatur, Illinois.